Roger Clemens’ son, Houston high school pitcher Kacy Clemens, was drafted by the Astros in the 35th round Saturday, but he’s already decided to bypass signing in favor of college.

Roger broke the news to Jose De Jesus Ortiz of the Houston Chronicle, saying Kacy will attend the University of Texas–where Roger starred in 1982 and 1983 –“to get his education and get the Horns back to Omaha.”

As a 35th-round pick Clemens likely would have been in line for only a small signing bonus. Back in 1981 his dad was drafted by the Mets in the 12th round, but Roger opted to play two seasons for Texas, and then became the Red Sox’s first-round pick in 1983.

Actually in college all you need is a good fast ball. Until you hit the minors & late college years is when you need to.start working on breaking balls. Kids today try to throw curves all they do is put pressure ans grinding on their elbows. A good locates fastball will strike out almost anyone. Bc everyone in college will not be a situational hitter where they can locate where to hit. Growing up all you need is a change up & fastball.

ch0psuey - Jun 10, 2013 at 1:30 PM

I’m sure the money factor isn’t as prevalent with him as other draftee’s but still good for him on choosing education first.

The 35th round is for courtesy picks. Not serious ones. The Braves drafted their GM’s son in about that round. 35th round picks ALWAYS go to college and try to improve their stock. 35th round draft choices seldom get out of rookie ball.

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